On June 1, 2008 a team of climbers will meet in Anchorage, Alaska in order to attempt to climb to the top of North America.
The summit of Denali (Mount McKinley) is the one of the famed Seven Summits and soars 20.320 feet above sea level. This team will spend up to three weeks working their way up the mountain from a base camp located at 7,200'. Due to it's proximity to the Arctic Circle, Denali is notorious for its ferocious weather and extreme cold. For many climbers, it is the challenge of a lifetime.
The team will include:
Nick Beale from the UK
Henk van Bilderbeek from the Netherlands
Manny Rizea from the US
Mark Howard from the UK
Michel Blommer from the US
Todd Winzenreid from the US
Tony Hampson-Tindale from South Africa
Brian Matthews from the US
Mountain Trip guides for the expedition will be Dave Staeheli from Palmer, Alaska, Zach Johnson from Anchorage, Alaska, and Sean McManamy from Anchorage, Alaska.
We will post updates as they are available, however due to weather and the big mountains surrounding the team for much of the climb, communications with the team may not occur on a daily basis. Please keep in mind the axiom of "no news is good news."
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Have a spectacular and safe journey everyone! Looking forward to posts and pics.
I cannot imagine the amazing journey you all will get to experience. I cannot wait to see the pictures and hear the stories.
Dad, I am rooting for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers every moment. I am so proud to call you my Dad. I cannot wait to see you when you get home.
have a wonderful and safe trip up and back.
HELLO TO ZACK J
Hi Henk and the rest of the team. I wish a very succesful trip to the summit, "hoover" safely all the way.
Groetjes from the 7th. floor at the EPO.
This is a trip of a life time, enjoy every second. Be safe and hopefully stay warm! You are in everyone's thoughts, love you.
Good luck Mark,and may the wind ever be at your back. If you see any penguins you're going the wrong way...
Brian, we hope you are having the time of your life. We miss you and are praying for you. We love you.
The Youngs and the Haucks ;)
GO B-ROAT
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